UNCW names new vice chancellor for university advancement

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Jun 27, 2013 at 2:29 PM

Eddie Stuart replaces former vice chancellor Mary Gornto

The University of North Carolina Wilmington on Thursday named Eddie Stuart as its new vice chancellor for university advancement, according to a release from the university. Stuart, who is the assistant vice chancellor for university advancement, replaces former vice chancellor Mary Gornto, who retired this month after 10 years with the university.As vice chancellor, Stuart will be responsible for managing all private fundraising for the university, including academic and athletic departments, the Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship and the CREST research park. Stuart was named assistant vice chancellor for university advancement in 2009. His first day as vice chancellor will be August 1.